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These changes are happening at Family Dollar stores, too, as part of the rebranding effort.
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As parents, it’s hard to watch our children grow up and away from us. At the same time, we know that it’s the only way. As our children become teenagers, it’s important that they gain greater independence and responsibility. Still,…
If you’ve ever ordered something online that you were seriously excited about, you know the wait to receive it can be excruciating. Now, some big online retailers are reducing that wait time. Amazon announced a few weeks ago that it…
My slowcooker, Instant Pot and skillet are the workhorses in my kitchen, helping me meal prep and cook most meals. But my mandoline slicer? It’s a show-off, and admittedly one of my favorite kitchen gadgets. With grace and precision, it…
Love the sip on LaCroix all day long? Lots of people are obsessed with the zero-calorie bubbly beverage, but if you drink enough of the stuff, it can start to burn a hole in your wallet. Did you know you…
Car insurance could be less expensive for certain customers in California. The Golden State has become the seventh state to ban auto insurers from using gender to calculate customer rates.
Signing kids up for extracurriculars — from playing soccer to music lessons to ballet — is costing parents and a good number are in debt because of it.
Making your own condiments sounds like one of those projects that sounds good in theory, but is unlikely to actually happen because of how much time it would take. Not so fast! You may be surprised to learn that several…
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Prom season is almost upon us, which means high schoolers everywhere are on the hunt for the perfect frock to rock on their big night. As exciting as the dance is, a formal gown can burn a major a hole…
You can’t beat the theater as far as movie-viewing quality is concerned, but going out in traffic, paying for tickets and snacks and finding the optimal seat can put a damper on the fun. So if you could recreate theater-style…
‘Tis the season for tax refunds and, while there are many practical ways you can use yours, you can’t spell refund without fun! Which is why many experts suggest devoting around 10% of your refund to something purely fun and…
If you recently cut the cord and ditched cable for a streaming service that you can watch on your TV or home theater projector, chances are you’re saving quite a bit of cash. However, the price you’re paying for your…
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It’s safe to say the “Avengers: Endgame” premiere is going to be a must-see movie event. The movie is set to hit theaters on April 26, and fans of the Marvel franchise are willing to pay a lot of money…
The prospect of being audited by the IRS makes most people feel pretty nervous. Even if you feel you properly pay all your taxes and have nothing to hide, the process can be intimidating. In the midst of tax season,…
If you’re anything like me, the mere mention of complicated-sounding financial terms like “liquidity” or “internal rate of return,” and even more simple ones like “budget” or “mortgage,” make you feel intimidated. If you haven’t studied economics or feel like…
Are you looking to save some money and simplify your life? You’re not alone: There’s a reason that the TV show “Tidying Up With Marie Kondo,” which teaches viewers how to declutter and downsize our lives, is hugely popular on…
About eight out of 10 people in the United States have debt, whether it’s in the form of student loans, credit cards, a mortgage or unpaid bills. So while debt itself is fairly universal, varying strategies exist for how to…
Still use Windows 7 on your PC or laptop? Don’t be embarrassed: almost 40% of personal computers around the world still run it, according to Microsoft. But if you still use it, you need to make a very important…
Ever lose a car key, or have one go bad after a few years? You probably dreaded asking the dealer for a new one, worried about the cost, with some keys and fobs costing $300 or more. But you now…
Saving enough money for retirement can be tough. One of the largest costs people anticipate is their housing and possible long-term care. But instead of choosing to live at an expensive nursing home, one man has a clever alternative plan.…
It seems everyone is checking their ancestry these days at sites like Ancestry.com and 23andMe.com. Everyday, long lost relatives are reunited at airports, after an ancestry test brought them together. Kelly Ralston is one of many people who found brothers…
The dead of winter means brutally cold temperatures are here in many parts of the country. If you bundle up to brave the cold, you may want to make sure your pet has some protection from the elements, too. Depending…
We’re getting to the final days before Christmas, when many of us are rushing out to find last-minute gifts. Before you do, you may want to know about the most unwanted holiday gifts, that could soon end up in the…
It’s a dream many of us have but few achieve: retiring more than a decade before the standard age of 65, and using those years to travel, spend more time with family or pick up a new hobby or three.…
All you need to make your own dog bed is an old sweater, pillow stuffing, yarn or thread, scissors, a large needle and a pillow.
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While buying your own home is an incredible feeling, owning it can be pretty stressful. Aside from monthly bills, the upkeep alone can be a lot of work. And we’re not just talking mowing the lawn or shoveling your driveway.…
More than 80 percent of Americans are concerned about the costs associated with prescription drug prices, according to a national poll commissioned by CVS. So, the pharmacy set out to do something about it. CVS Health has made it a…
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Debt isn’t your typical cocktail conversation, but it’s an important conversation nonetheless. About 80 percent of Americans have some form of debt, be it credit cards, car loans, student loans or a mortgage. So with this many of us in…
Shopping online takes a lot of trust. When it comes to clothing, you’re not sure how it will fit. With appliances or electronics, you want to make sure you’re getting the best product for your money, especially if you’re dropping…
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One of the most frustrating parts about planning a trip is booking a flight, only to see the price get lowered after you’ve already booked. Now, a new tool is hoping to get you a partial refund if that happens…
JCPenney is one of the country’s largest department stores, with about 875 stores in the United States and a brand that’s become synonymous with suburban malls. At this one-stop shop, customers can shop for clothes and appliances, and also get…
If you’re anything like me, you’re a tried and true Maxxinista. From clothing to home decor and baby shower gifts, you visit T.J. Maxx on the regular. You wouldn’t dream of paying full price for something when you know you…
Amazon and Walmart both have loyal customer bases, but when it comes to the best deals, which retailer do you think wins the price war? A new study set out to determine exactly that, and the results were surprising. For years,…
On any typical day, you may find Rob Greenfield inside of a dumpster. No, the Florida resident is not homeless or even down on his luck, Greenfield is simply a man who hates food waste and has traveled the country…
Flying first class is a luxury that not many can afford. Sure, you can try to charm yourself into an upgrade, but that seems like something that only works in the movies, right? According to British author Tilly Bagshawe, there…
How does a married couple who earns more than $100,000 a year live most of the time on a paycheck-to-paycheck basis? It sounds kind of crazy, but I can tell you from personal experience it happens more often than you…
When it comes to buying a car, there’s a lot of factors to keep in mind. Price, of course, but also safety, reliability and whether you should buy a new or used vehicle. Typically, we’re all told that a brand…
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Coming home and seeing that a package you ordered from Amazon has arrived is one of those small pleasures that can make your day. However, one couple from Acton, Massachusetts, has been inundated with packages from the online retailer. The…
If you thought a trip to Disney World was already expensive, just wait—prices have gone up at both Walt Disney World in Orlando and at Disneyland in California. According to the Associated Press, “value” days at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom will now cost $109…
Curious how much it costs to host the Olympics? South Korea is prepared to spend $13 billion to host the Winter Olympics in the newly constructed PyeongChang Olympic Stadium. (That’s a steal compared to the $50 million paid by Sochi).…